Description
Here’s what Yamaha say about the A1R MkII:
The A1R Mk II features a traditional cutaway dreadnought body with a solid sitka spruce top, scalloped bracing and rosewood back and sides. We’ve included an original Studio Response Technology (SRT) piezo pickup to ensure excellent amplified performance.
Powerful Acoustic Sound
A-series has louder and stronger in the low-mid ranges thanks to cutting-edge acoustic analysis technology developed by the Yamaha R&D Division.Their analysis led to the development of the new scalloped bracing for the top board and shorter bracing than normal for the back board.
Comfortable Neck Profile
Extensive research with players, luthiers and guitar techs has given A-Series the feel and playability that todays acoustic-electric players want, whether switching from electric to acoustic on-stage, recording a session with intricate open tunings, or practicing at home. These superb guitars feature a straighter neck taper for easier high-fret playing, and hand-rolled fingerboard edges to achieve a played-in feel.
Simple and Distinctive Looks
The simple, organic design features wood binding and other techniques that capture the warmth of wood.The distinctive shape of the pick guard, which stands out when performing, is a revival of the N1000 guitar that Yamaha released in 1975.
Electric System
System72 features an under-saddle piezo pickup developed by Yamaha. Controls include a 3-band EQ, an adjustable mid-range frequency control, and a precision chromatic tuner for optimum sound tailoring. The system is powered by easy to obtain AA-size batteries that provide a stable power supply for improved sound quality.
Specifications
Body
Body Shape: Traditional Western Body Cutaway
Scale Length: 650mm (25 9/16)
String Spacing: 11.0mm
Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce w/Scalloped Bracing
Back Material: Rosewood
Side Material: Rosewood
Body Binding: Mahogany + Cream
Soundhole Inlay: Black + White
Body Finish: Gloss
Neck
Neck Material: African Mahogany 3ply
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: R400mm (23 5/8″)
Neck Finish: Matt
Hardware
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Nut Material: Urea
Saddle Material: Urea
Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
Tuners: Die-cast Chrome(TM29T)
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Electronics
Electronics: SYSTEM72 + SRT Piezo Pickup
Controls: Vol/3-band EQ/Tuner/Mid FQ
Connections: LINE OUT
Accessories
Strings: Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light
Accessories: Soundhole Cover, Hex Wrench
Case: None
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